Prime Minister Mitsoski announced plans to convene a meeting with major retailers concerning the escalating cost of food items. Speaking on the matter, Mitsoski addressed questions regarding ongoing negotiations with supermarkets and the potential for price reductions on essential food products. He highlighted specific concerns regarding the gross margins being reported by certain retail outlets.
Mitsoski noted that some establishments have increased their gross margins by an estimated two to five percentage points compared to the previous year. He stated that such increases are unacceptable and confirmed that the government would issue a definitive message to the involved parties. “To be specific, if last June the gross margin was 10 percent, it is now 12 or 15 percent.
These additional two to five percent are something we will not tolerate, and we will send a very clear message to them,” Mitsoski stated. The announcement signals a government intervention aimed at regulating pricing practices within the retail sector. The discussions are expected to focus on ensuring that the cost increases faced by consumers are not disproportionately absorbed by the retailers.
The government intends to establish clearer parameters for profit margins within the local shop environment. Mitsoski emphasized that the negotiations aim at a stable resolution, effectively closing the window for excessive profiteering. He affirmed that the administration would press for tangible results, ensuring that the current inflationary pressures do not translate into unsustainable pricing structures for consumers.
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